IHCL hotels in Tamil Nadu reinforce responsible hospitality, four years of Paathya with Bharat Eksaath Walkathon

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, continues to advance its sustainability and social impact agenda through Paathya, its ESG+ framework.

Bharat Eksaath Walkathon – Tamil Nadu Edition
- Purpose: Celebrating four years of IHCL’s ESG+ framework Paathya, reinforcing responsible hospitality and social impact.
- Scale: Conducted simultaneously across 14 countries in 200+ locations.
- Participation: Associates, families, local partners, vendors, and community members joined the inclusive 3 km walk.
- Beneficiary: Funds raised supported the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust (TPSWT), strengthening IHCL’s social impact agenda.

Hotel Teams Involved
- Taj Coromandel, Taj Connemara, Taj Club House, Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort & Spa Chennai
- Taj Wellington Mews Chennai, Vivanta Chennai IT Expressway
- Ginger Chennai (OMR, Vadapalani, IITM)
- TajSATS, Vivanta Coimbatore, Savoy Ooty – IHCL SeleQtions
- Gateway Madurai, Gateway Coonoor

Event Details
- Route: University of Madras → Madras Beach Road → back to University campus.
- Flag-off: By Dr. S. Armstrong (Vice-Chancellor Convener Committee, University of Madras) and Megalina Iden (DC Traffic – East).
- Closing: Breakfast, medal distribution, and certificates for all participants.

Broader Significance
- Reinforces IHCL’s commitment to responsible tourism through Paathya.
- Highlights community engagement, sustainability, and social responsibility as core pillars of IHCL’s hospitality philosophy.
- Demonstrates how IHCL blends corporate responsibility with collective action, making sustainability a lived experience.